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MADISON – Today, Sen. Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released a statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision in Jeffrey A. LeMieux v. Tony Evers, which upheld Governor Tony Evers’s partial veto in the 2023-2025 state budget providing Wisconsin school districts with additional
MADISON, WI – In 2023, Governor Tony Evers used his partial veto to extend levy limit increases for schools for the next 400 years. This morning, the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld this use of the veto pen. In response, State Representative
MADISON — Citing an alarming lack of clarity, failure to follow federal procedures, and a direct threat to local control of Wisconsin’s schools, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced it will not be signing or submitting a recent
Madison… Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after the Supreme Court’s opinion upholding Governor Evers’ 402 year property tax increase: “Is any Wisconsin citizen surprised that the liberals on the Wisconsin Supreme Court are now a rubber
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement in response to the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision upholding Gov. Tony Evers’ unprecedented line-item veto enshrining a budgetary increase for 400 years: THE QUOTE: “The Wisconsin Supreme
Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement after the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld Governor Tony Evers’ unprecedented veto to increase property taxes for the next 400 years: Today’s ruling cemented Evers’ actions to increase property taxes
MADISON – The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 4-3 against two taxpayers challenging a controversial veto from Gov. Tony Evers in the state budget. The partial veto increased the property tax levy limit for school districts for 400 years, four centuries longer
Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds governor’s veto ensuring ongoing funding for Wisconsin’s kids and schools for the foreseeable future MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision in LeMieux v. Evers, upholding the governor’s partial line-item veto in the 2023-25 budget that provided… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t
Pocan will answer questions about harmful cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, Social Security and more as Republicans in Congress continue to advance cuts in order to fund tax breaks for the ultra-rich LA CROSSE, Wis. – On Tuesday, Congressman Mark Pocan will
“Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court failed Wisconsin and helped cement a legacy of lunacy for themselves and the Governor. The court’s failure to check the Governor’s abuse of the veto will result in homeowners paying increased property taxes until 2425.
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling affirming the constitutionality of Governor Tony Evers’ line-item veto in the 2024-2025 state budget, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming. “Today’s ruling exposes the stark partisanship of
Trump Administration action stems from Baldwin-backed investigation and report that showed unfair practices that undermine American workers and companies WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced penalties against China for its
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) will be holding their annual convention on April 25th through the 27th at Treehaven UW Stevens Point. This year, the LPWI is proud to host Jenn Gray for a workshop on Saturday, April 26th.
MADISON, WI – On Thursday, April 17th, Representative Shelia Stubbs attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-awaited Phillip A. Levy Engineering Hall alongside university leaders, students, faculty, and community members. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “It was
A New Voice for the 6th: WOJO Pledges to Put WI-06 First, Not D.C. Oshkosh, WI – Today, Aaron “WOJO” Wojciechowski officially announced his candidacy for Congress in Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, launching a campaign to bring a fresh, accountable
In response to Trump pushing to eliminate Head Start and health care services, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement: “Other than inflicting harm for harm’s sake, there’s no reason to go after preschools and toddlers — but that’s exactly
Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. There’s only a few days left until our state welcomes visitors, guests, and football fans from across the globe to Green Bay for the 2025 NFL Draft. Hosting the Draft is a win-win-win
In efforts to improve safety on one of Wisconsin’s busiest highways, the Wisconsin State Patrol this week partnered with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, Madison Police Department and Monona Police Department to conduct two aerial traffic enforcement details on US
MADISON—Wisconsin Women in Government, a bipartisan organization made up of women in public service positions and government-related jobs, would like to announce a change to the previously scheduled keynote speaker for the Annual Scholarship & Recognition GALA, Growing Alliances in Leadership
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), alongside Reps. Greg Landsman (D-OH), Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), and Chris Deluzio (D-PA) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen suicide prevention and mental health support for veterans. The What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act will
MADISON – Today, Sen. Mark Spreitzer (D-Beloit) released a statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision in Jeffrey A. LeMieux v. Tony Evers, which upheld Governor Tony Evers’s partial veto in the 2023-2025 state budget providing Wisconsin school districts with additional funding of $325 per pupil each year to help cover
MADISON, WI – In 2023, Governor Tony Evers used his partial veto to extend levy limit increases for schools for the next 400 years. This morning, the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld this use of the veto pen. In response, State Representative Brent Jacobson (R – Mosinee) made the following statement: “Wisconsin
MADISON — Citing an alarming lack of clarity, failure to follow federal procedures, and a direct threat to local control of Wisconsin’s schools, the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction today announced it will not be signing or submitting a recent certification request issued by the U.S. Department of Education related
Madison… Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) released the following statement after the Supreme Court’s opinion upholding Governor Evers’ 402 year property tax increase: “Is any Wisconsin citizen surprised that the liberals on the Wisconsin Supreme Court are now a rubber stamp for liberal ally Tony Evers? The Supreme Court’s partisan
Delafield, Wis. – The Institute for Reforming Government (IRG) released the following statement in response to the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision upholding Gov. Tony Evers’ unprecedented line-item veto enshrining a budgetary increase for 400 years: THE QUOTE: “The Wisconsin Supreme Court’s liberal majority is demonstrating just how reckless it will
Madison, WI- Senate President Mary Felzkowski (R-Tomahawk) issued the following statement after the Wisconsin Supreme Court upheld Governor Tony Evers’ unprecedented veto to increase property taxes for the next 400 years: Today’s ruling cemented Evers’ actions to increase property taxes across Wisconsin for the next 400 years. For the median
MADISON – The Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled 4-3 against two taxpayers challenging a controversial veto from Gov. Tony Evers in the state budget. The partial veto increased the property tax levy limit for school districts for 400 years, four centuries longer than the Legislature’s intent. “We’re disappointed by today’s ruling,” shared
Wisconsin Supreme Court upholds governor’s veto ensuring ongoing funding for Wisconsin’s kids and schools for the foreseeable future MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers today released a statement regarding the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision in LeMieux v. Evers, upholding the governor’s partial line-item veto in the 2023-25 budget that provided… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t have a subscription, please contact schmies@wispolitics.com for subscription options on the
Pocan will answer questions about harmful cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, Social Security and more as Republicans in Congress continue to advance cuts in order to fund tax breaks for the ultra-rich LA CROSSE, Wis. – On Tuesday, Congressman Mark Pocan will join an in-person town hall meeting in La Crosse, hosted
“Today, the Wisconsin Supreme Court failed Wisconsin and helped cement a legacy of lunacy for themselves and the Governor. The court’s failure to check the Governor’s abuse of the veto will result in homeowners paying increased property taxes until 2425. Wisconsin deserves better.”… Please log in to access subscriber content.
MADISON, Wis. — In response to the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s ruling affirming the constitutionality of Governor Tony Evers’ line-item veto in the 2024-2025 state budget, please consider the following statement from WisGOP Chairman Brian Schimming. “Today’s ruling exposes the stark partisanship of the current Wisconsin Supreme Court. By upholding Governor Evers’ expansive
Trump Administration action stems from Baldwin-backed investigation and report that showed unfair practices that undermine American workers and companies WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement after the Trump administration announced penalties against China for its unfair trade practices in the shipbuilding industry that undermine Ame…
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) will be holding their annual convention on April 25th through the 27th at Treehaven UW Stevens Point. This year, the LPWI is proud to host Jenn Gray for a workshop on Saturday, April 26th. In addition to her work on Libertarian causes and campaigns,
MADISON, WI – On Thursday, April 17th, Representative Shelia Stubbs attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the long-awaited Phillip A. Levy Engineering Hall alongside university leaders, students, faculty, and community members. Representative Shelia Stubbs (D-Madison) released the following statement: “It was an honor to be present for the groundbreaking of a
A New Voice for the 6th: WOJO Pledges to Put WI-06 First, Not D.C. Oshkosh, WI – Today, Aaron “WOJO” Wojciechowski officially announced his candidacy for Congress in Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District, launching a campaign to bring a fresh, accountable voice to Washington. Running as a Democrat against 12-year incumbent
In response to Trump pushing to eliminate Head Start and health care services, DNC Chair Ken Martin released the following statement: “Other than inflicting harm for harm’s sake, there’s no reason to go after preschools and toddlers — but that’s exactly what Donald Trump is doing. With his latest budget, Trump
Hey there, Wisconsin! Governor Tony Evers here. There’s only a few days left until our state welcomes visitors, guests, and football fans from across the globe to Green Bay for the 2025 NFL Draft. Hosting the Draft is a win-win-win for our state. It’s a win for the players and
In efforts to improve safety on one of Wisconsin’s busiest highways, the Wisconsin State Patrol this week partnered with the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, Madison Police Department and Monona Police Department to conduct two aerial traffic enforcement details on US 12/18 (Beltline) in Dane County. Wisconsin State Patrol airplanes on
MADISON—Wisconsin Women in Government, a bipartisan organization made up of women in public service positions and government-related jobs, would like to announce a change to the previously scheduled keynote speaker for the Annual Scholarship & Recognition GALA, Growing Alliances in Leadership & Advocacy, a fundraiser and award ceremony. We regret to
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Derrick Van Orden (WI-03), alongside Reps. Greg Landsman (D-OH), Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), and Chris Deluzio (D-PA) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to strengthen suicide prevention and mental health support for veterans. The What Works for Preventing Veteran Suicide Act will require the VA to establish and implement best practices for